The Guardians

by John Grisham

First published 2019

In a small Florida town, a gang of criminals quietly plots to steal millions from a local church. But when a young lawyer stumbles upon their scheme, he finds himself thrust into a David-versus-Goliath fight for justice. Rallying a motley crew of retirees, he takes on the powerful conspirators, risking everything to expose the truth. As the stakes climb and danger closes in, this unlikely band of Guardians must overcome their differences and find the courage to stand up for what's right, no matter the cost.

Genres: crime, action, mystery-thriller, legal-thriller

Vibes: fast-paced, suspenseful, thought-provoking

Tropes: david-versus-goliath, unlikely-heroes

Setting: Florida

Period: 21st-century

384 pages · Paperback · Vintage

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